Entry requirements for Americans

United States citizens require a visa, which can be obtained on
arrival for a stay of up to 30 days. A further 30-day extension is
possible at a fee of AED 600.

Entry requirements for UK nationals

Passports endorsed British Citizen, British Overseas Territories
Citizen or British Subject (which also contain a Certificate of
Entitlement to the Right of Abode issued by the United Kingdom)
will be granted a 30-day visit visa on arrival in the UAE. All
other British passports must hold a visa. 30-day visa extensions
are available at a cost of AED 600.

Entry requirements for Canada

Canadians require a visa to enter the United Arab Emirates;
visas can be obtained on arrival for a maximum stay of 30 days, and
visa extensions for a further 30 days can be arranged for AED
600.

Entry requirements for Australians

Australian nationals may stay in the UAE for up to 30 days with
a visit visa, which can be obtained on arrival. An extension of a
further 30 days is possible at a fee of AED 600.

Entry requirements for South Africans

South Africans need a pre-arranged visa to enter the Arab
Emirates. Visas can be issued on arrival if you carry proof of
pre-arrangement.

Entry requirements for New Zealanders

New Zealand nationals require a visa, which can be obtained on
arrival for a stay of up to 30 days. A further 30-day extension is
possible at a cost of AED 600.

Entry requirements for Irish nationals

Irish nationals can obtain the required visa on arrival for a
stay of up to 30 days. An extension of another 30 days is possible
for a fee of AED 600.

Passport/Visa Note

All visitors to the United Arab Emirates must hold a passport
that is valid for six months. Visitors must hold documents and
confirmed tickets for their next destination and have a sponsor in
the UAE to cover their stay. Holders of passports containing an
Israeli visa or stamps need to obtain a clearance issued by the
C.I.D. (Crime Investigation Department) before arrival. It is
highly recommended that passports have at least six months validity
remaining after your intended date of departure from your travel
destination. Immigration officials often apply different rules to
those stated by travel agents and official sources.

Note: Passport and visa requirements are liable to change at short notice. Travellers are advised to check their entry requirements with their embassy or consulate.

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